Buy an Instrument
Buying an instrument can be a big investment, but having a suitable instrument to play makes a huge difference to the experience of learning and playing.
When you decide that it's the right time to buy, your teacher will give advice about what and where to buy.
Here are some ways you can save money on your purchase:
Music Services Instrument Purchase Scheme
Save the cost of VAT when you buy an instrument through the Music Service Instrument Purchase Scheme. This is available to students who have lessons with Music Services, or who take part in a Cumbria Music Hub Group.
How does it work?
Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
To comply with HM Custom and Excise guidelines
• The pupil must be receiving regular music lessons in school delivered by or on behalf of Music Services and receiving full time education in a Cumbria LEA School.
• The instrument must be appropriate to the pupil’s needs, and must be used as part of their musical tuition.
• The instrument must be handed over to the pupil by the school or the music teacher in a teaching room.
• The instrument must be charged to the pupil at or below cost price (i.e. Non profit making). Note: The Assisted Instrument Purchase Scheme may be changed at any time to comply with current legislation.